The Right Side of the Temple of the Masks in Kohunlich, Quintana Roo, Mexico

The shining star of the Mayan city of Kohunlich in Quintana Roo, Mexico is the Temple of the Masks. The structure now visible was covered by later construction, leaving the masks in remarkable condition. At least one of the stone masks in the Temple was looted, leaving five masks, three on the right side and two on the left. The masks may represent Mayan gods, in particular the sun god, Kinich Ahau. Some scholars believe that the masks may represent rulers of Kohunlich.

Right Side of the Temple of the Masks in Kohunlich

SOURCE: Right Side of the Temple of the Masks in Kohunlich (Kohunlich, Quintana Roo, México); photographed by Stephen J. Danko on 02 February 2012.